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Kumano Single Malt Whisky

This product is Non peated Japanese single malt whiskey produced at Kishu-Kumano Distillery. This Single Malt whisky has been aged in bourbon casks for more than 3 years in Kishu mountain area with severe temperature difference and acquires its distinctive aroma from various cask types, including rare Mizunara and Hinoki wood casks, creating delicate, exceptional flavors.

Tasting notes

On the nose, it displays fresh, light, and fruity aromas. On the palate, the whisky is complex and deep, yet uncomplicated and easy to enjoy.

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SweetnessOff-Dry
BodyMedium-Bodied
Heat / BurnModerate Heat
AromaVanillaSpiceOak / WoodHerbal / Botanical
Texture / MouthfeelThin / Clean
Oak & AgingLightly Aged
FinishMediumWarming
Spirit TypeJapanese Whisky
StyleSipping / NeatApproachable
Kishu-Kumano Distillery

The land where gods reside...

The Kumano area is located in the southern part of the Kii Peninsula in Japan. It is a place of high mountains, dense ancient forests, and criss-crossing river beaches. In addition, the Kii Peninsula has the highest rainfall in Japan, and has a beautiful natural environment and abundant products. Kumano Kodo was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2004. The natural environment in the deep mountains of Kumano has been the retreat of the creator since ancient times, and Kishu Kumano Distillery was born here.

The three-legged and eight-footed bird in the trademark is a "divine messenger" worshiped by people. On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the establishment of the company, in addition to the production of plum juice, plum wine, and Kishu plum wine, in 2019, as we look forward to the 100th anniversary, the "Kumano Distillery" will be officially opened, and gin will be launched globally with whiskey

Flavour profile

How it tastes.

1–5
Body3/5
Light
Full
Sweetness2/5
Dry
Sweet
Smokiness / Peat1/5
None
Heavy Peat
Oak / Wood3/5
Subtle
Dominant
Fruit Intensity2/5
Subtle
Intense
Spice2/5
None
Intense
Heat / Burn3/5
No Burn
Fiery
Finish Length2/5
Short
Long
Drink it with

Three pairings.

Pairing guide →
lamb · plate

Lamb chops, charred

The thyme picks up grilled rosemary; the brightness cuts the fat.

mezze · top down

Mezze table

Hummus, muhammara, kibbeh — high notes for a low‑slung table.

risotto · bowl

Mushroom risotto

A vegetarian match. The wine’s salinity reads as savoury.

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14 bottles · est. 2018

At Nippon Sake Imports, we bring a carefully curated portfolio of Japanese beverages to Canada — with sake at the heart of everything we do. Through deep relationships with artisan producers across Japan, we connect Canadians to bottles that are genuinely difficult to source elsewhere. Our mission is simple: exceptional craft sake, honestly priced.

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